Google is bringing numerous updates to Android Auto. These updates will bring the latest Gemini Live experience to the in-car system, which will allow intuitive conversations between users and the AI chatbot. In addition to this, Google is also set to integrate new local media controls into Android Auto.
These latest features that will soon be available for users will great improve the in-car Android experience for cars. These updates are looking to improve more Android Auto's capabilities after being plagued with various issues.
It has not been confirmed as of press time when the release of these features will be.
Google Gemini Live is Coming to Android Auto
According to a new report by 9to5Google, the company is now working on Gemini Live's integration to Android Auto as evidenced by new strings in its codebase. This appeared under the codename "Kitt," which Google has been recently using to reference Gemini Live in recent times.
It is also the codename that Google previously used for the always-listening voice assistant for its in-car experiences. While it was not confirmed by Google, Kitt is also known to be an AI-powered car's name in the early 80s hit movie, Knight Rider.
With this integration, Gemini Live can always listen in for driver commands as well as "start conversations" whenever required to do so. Moreover, the iconic star icon which has been Gemini's button will also be available on Android Auto.
Gemini Live is known for being accessible on mobile via a Gemini Advanced subscription.
Android Auto Also Adds Local Media Controls
In the report, 9to5Google also noted that new strings also appeared pointing out to local media controls for Android Auto, which will allow users to add or remove favorite stations.
Both these new features are not yet available for users to enjoy and Google is yet to announce these changes.
Android Auto Features and Gemini AI
Google has removed and added multiple features on Android Auto to improve the in-car entertainment experience, and recently, it has been focusing on significant Gemini AI integration for all. This was made evident with its removal of Google Assistant's Driving Mode feature, which expanded the hands-free experience in completing tasks such as reading and sending messages, calling, and media controls.
It is known that Google has since integrated Assistant to Gemini, fusing its voice assistant and multimodal large-language model (LLM) for its different platforms like smartphones, tablets, smartwatches, and smart home devices.
This was initially integrated with Google's Bard AI, which was later upgraded to the more capable model known as Gemini.
Artificial intelligence is now Google's focus for its different platforms available, also offering the generative experiences to in-car entertainment.
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